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  • Mind & Spirit Hall Of Fame — Celebrating Books that Bring us Balance

    Looking for Balance in your Life?

    The Mind & Spirit Awards are here for you

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    ***Enter your book today***

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    Mind and Spirit Non-Fiction

    At the heart of the Mind & Spirit Awards is a celebration of transformation and enlightenment. It embraces the power of words to uplift, inspire, and guide, creating a ripple effect that resonates with readers on a soulful level. This division acknowledges the significance of the mind-spirit connection, delving into the realms of spirituality, mindfulness, well-being, and self-discovery.

    Let’s celebrate the Grand Prize Winners of the Mind and Spirit Awards

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    Enlighten Up
    By Beth Gibbs

    Beth Gibb’s Enlighten Up! Finding Clarity Contentment and Resilience in A Complicated World is not a simple how-to book, but rather an invitation to begin a journey of self-discovery.

    This journey follows the “five-layer method,” based on the Upanishads, a 3,000-year-old East-Indian wisdom tradition. After a quick history lesson on the pursuit of self-awareness, Gibbs walks readers through the five layers of achieving it, for a happy and fulfilling life. Throughout the book, Gibbs includes breaks for mindfulness and grounding exercises to get the most out of each section.

    Gibbs writes about the assumption that the goal of enlightenment is to, “suppress or eliminate their emotions, live everlasting bliss, and face every situation with equanimity,” and how that assumption is unrealistic.

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    Exit The Maze
    By Dr. Donna Marks

    Exit The Maze: One Addiction, One Cause, One Cure by Dr. Donna Marks is a welcoming and comprehensive enchiridion of untapped wisdom that offers a step-to-step guide to getting out of any form of addiction.

    No one sets out to become an addict; it catches us off guard. An addiction can happen quickly or slowly and can affect anyone regardless of intelligence, social class, ethnic group, or religion. With pitch-perfect prose, Dr. Donna Marks invites readers into the root causes of different forms of addiction, while offering pragmatic and evidence-based solutions that are bound to yield results.

    Buoyed by the personal experiences of the author along with numerous case studies, Dr. Marks further offers deep insights into the inadequacies of traditional treatment models. For example, she notes that most rehab centers lack adequate staffing and overstep the limits of their capabilities. Another example is the famous 12 steps of fighting addiction which she believes do help to stop a behavior and develop a solid support system, however, she also sees that the program falls short.

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    The Grand Prize Winner for the CIBA 2022 MIND & SPIRIT Awards is:

    A Sky of Infinite Blue 

    By Kyomi O’Connor

    Mind and Spirit Grand Prize for a Sky of Infinite Blue by Kyomi O'Connor

    A review is in the works for A Sky of Infinite Blue. You can see the First Place Winners of the 2022 Mind & Spirit Awards here.

     


    Now that you’re set on your next reads, what are you waiting for? The only way to join this amazing list of Mind & Spirit Winners is to submit today!

    Those who submit and advance will have the chance to win the Overall Grand Prize of the CIBAs and $1000!

     

    Be Part of the Legacy: Join the Illustrious Roster of Winners

    As the deadline for the 2023 Mind & Spirit Awards arrives, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the exceptional achievers.

    Seeking avenues for your non-fiction prowess? Explore all our Non-Fiction Divisions that provide platforms for various genres and styles.

    With over $30,000 in rewards and prizes given away every year, what are you waiting for? Submit today!

     

  • Nellie Bly 2023 Hall of Fame Celebrating Journalistic Non-Fiction

    Truth Matters Now More Than Ever

    Your Work can Add to the Conversation

    ***Make Your Story Known Today***

    You have until August 31st to submit to the 2023 CIBAs!

    Nellie Bly Awards

    Elizabeth Cochran Seaman (Better known by her Pen Name, Nellie Bly) created a new brand of Investigative Journalism. Best known for beating Jules Verne’s Around The World in 80 Days in 72 days, and even more amazingly, Going undercover to get herself put into a New York Mental Hospital to then publish an exposé on the unlivable conditions and mistreatment of marginalized women. Journalist, Novelist, Inventor and overall amazing Woman. So its only fitting that our Division for Investigative Journalism be named for the woman who made the genre.

    We’re excited to celebrate the excellent caliber of work that we have had the honor of promoting in the CIBAs for Longform Journalism.

    The Nellie Bly Awards are one of a kind. Check out the following books to find out why!

    Prison From The Inside Out
    By William “Mecca” Elmore and Susan Simone

    Prison from Inside Out: One Man’s Journey from a Life Sentence to Freedom is an illuminating chronicle that tells the story of a man who not only survived the stoniest soil but used his experiences to thrive as a human being.

    This arresting memoir is essentially a road trip of William ‘Mecca’ Elmore, a man with a tumultuous childhood, growing up in a neighborhood chock full of social problems. It is in this environment that Elmore is involved in a crime that consequently leads to his arrest and trial. The story builds upon his incarceration in various correctional facilities, his experiences, his release through a Mutual Agreement Parole Program, and his eventual redemption.

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    Shaping Public Opinion
    By Janice S. Ellis, Ph.D.

    Janice S. Ellis, Ph.D., introduces the journalistic theories of Walter Lippmann in her new non-fiction work, Shaping Public Opinion: How Real Advocacy Journalism™ Should be Practiced.

    Walter Lippmann, considered one of the foremost journalists in the field over the last 100 years, was a mentor in absentia of Dr. Ellis in the art of advocacy journalism. During Lippmann’s 40+ year career, his columns were syndicated in over 250 newspapers nationwide and over 25 other international news and information outlets. Lippman focused on the ethical dissemination of information, especially about communities, society, and the world. A theory, which Dr. Ellis calls Real Advocacy Journalism.

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    Reviews are forthcoming for recent winners, and you can see the full list of 2021 winners here and 2022 winners here. Huge congratulations again to all our Winners!

    The Grand Prize Winner for the CIBA 2021 NELLIE BLY Awards is:

    America’s Forgotten Suffragists: Virginia and Francis Minor

    by Nicole Evelina

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    Gold and Blue Badge for the Nellie Bly Awards Grand Prize Winner Nicole Evelina's book The Forgotten Suffragists

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    The Grand Prize Winner for the CIBA 2022 NELLIE BLY Awards is:

    Saints & Soldiers

    by Rita Katz

    The Nellie Bly Grand Prize Badge for Rita Katz and her book Saints and Soldiers


    Now that you’re set on your next reads, what are you waiting for? The only way to join this amazing list of Nellie Bly Winners is to submit today!

    Those who submit and advance will have the chance to win the Overall Grand Prize of the CIBAs and $1000!

    Be Part of the Legacy: Join the Illustrious Roster of Winners

    As the deadline for the 2023 Nellie Bly Awards creeps closer, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the exceptional achievers.

    Seeking avenues for your non-fiction prowess? Explore all our Non-Fiction Divisions that provide platforms for various genres and styles.

    With over $30,000 in rewards and prizes given away every year, what are you waiting for? Submit today!

     

     

     

     

  • Spotlight on the 2023 Mind & Spirit Awards for Metaphysical Non-Fiction

    Embark on a Journey of Mind and Spirit

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    Mind and Spirit Non-Fiction

    In the quiet moments of introspection, where the mind converges with the essence of being, profound narratives unfold.

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    The allure of spiritual exploration and the quest for well-being beckon authors and seekers alike. The  Mind & Spirit Awards stand as a tribute to these transformative works, celebrating the realms of Spirituality, Enlightenment, Self-Help, Mindfulness, Well-being, Meditation, and Energy. Join us as we traverse the corridors of consciousness and unveil the power of the mind-spirit connection.

    Submit Your Work Today!

    The Mind & Spirit Awards weave tales of enlightenment, offering guidance in the pursuit of mindfulness, or illuminating the path to well-being, your words have the potential to inspire, uplift, and transform.

    In the vast tapestry of human experience, countless paths lead to enlightenment. The Mind & Spirit Awards embrace a diverse array of genres and voices, uniting the realms of spirituality, wisdom, and personal development. From profound self-help manuals to enlightening explorations of mindfulness, this division encapsulates the boundless journey of the human soul.

    Navigating the Spiritual Landscape: A Harmonious Blend

    As self-help literature finds its way into the hearts of readers, the concept of mindfulness has flourished, becoming a beacon of inner awareness. Publishers Weekly offers a word of caution for this difficult to write genre:

    The term mindfulness can be “very fraught,” agreed Lil Copan, senior acquisitions editor at Broadleaf Books, particularly if it has been “diluted in its origin” in Buddhism. Christian authors often want to avoid acknowledging the Buddhist roots of mindfulness as a practice, connecting it instead with Christian contemplative practices they trace to the early church, or merely using “mindfulness” as a substitute for words like “presence” or, in the Quaker context, “quietude.” Still, Copan said that even amid concern about using the term, mindfulness is “such a good word. It does so much work that I can’t think of another word in which you aren’t saying 30 words or long sentences to get at what most people think of as mindfulness.”

    We are delighted to celebrate the 2022 Winners of the Mind & Spirit Awards who have already started to make their mark on the genre!

    • Ananta Ripa Ajmera – The Way of the Goddess: Daily Rituals to Awaken Your Inner Warrior and Discover Your True Self
    • Nico Marceca and illustrated by Karen Sue Chen – The One Week Journal
    • Deborah Vinall, PsyD, LMFT – Gaslighting: A Step-by-Step Recovery Guide to Heal from Emotional Abuse and Build Healthy Relationships
    • D Terrence Foster. M.D – The Stress Book: Forty-Plus Ways to Manage Stress & Enjoy Your Life
    • Donna McCart Welser – Rue’s Butterfly 

      The Grand Prize Winner for the CIBA 2022 MIND & SPIRIT Awards is:

      A Sky of Infinite Blue 

      By Kyomi O’Connor

      Mind and Spirit Grand Prize for a Sky of Infinite Blue by Kyomi O'Connor

      The Mind & Spirit Awards are uniquely attuned to works that delve deep into the spiritual journey, resonating with readers seeking solace, clarity, and transcendence. Every word penned in a Mind & Spirit book holds the potential to ignite transformation. As an author, your role in guiding readers toward inner growth is paramount. Vulnerability and authenticity are powerful tools that invite readers to embark on a journey of self-discovery.

      Seize the opportunity to share your enlightening narrative with the world. Submit your work to the Mind & Spirit Awards by the August 31, 2023 deadline. Join the lineage of authors who have contributed to the evolution of spiritual literature and well-being.


      When you’re ready, did you know that Chanticleer offers editorial services? We do and have been doing so since 2011.

      Our professional editors are top-notch and are experts in the Chicago Manual of Style. They have and are working for the top publishing houses (TOR, McMillian, Thomas Mercer, Penguin Random House, Simon Schuster, etc.).

      If you would like more information, we invite you to email Kiffer or David at KBrown@ChantiReviews.com or DBeaumier@ChantiReviews.com for more information, testimonials, and fees.

      We work with a small number of exclusive clients who want to collaborate with our team of top-editors on an on-going basis. Contact us today!

      Chanticleer Editorial Services also offers writing craft sessions and masterclasses. Sign up to find out where, when, and how sessions being held.

      • A great way to get started is with our manuscript evaluation service, with more information available here.
      • And we do editorial consultations for $75. Learn more here.
      • If you’re confident in your book, consider submitting it for a Editorial Book Review here or to one of our Chanticleer International Awards here.
      The 2022 Grand Prize Winners from CAC23!

      And remember! Our 12th Anniversary Chanticleer Authors Conference (CAC24) will be April 18-21, 2024, where our 2023 CIBA winners will be announced. Space is limited and seats are already filling up. Sign up and see the latest updates here!

    • Spotlight on the 2023 Nellie Bly Book Awards celebrating Journalistic Non-Fiction

      Discover the Power of Investigative Journalism!

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      Submit by 8/31/23!

      Does the pulse of truth echo through your words?

      The deadline for the prestigious Nellie Bly Awards is approaching swiftly, inviting those who strive to show the world as it is and bring those narratives which we desperately need to hear to light! The Nellie Bly Book Awards celebrate the prowess of Investigative, Long-form Journalism, and Biographies. Don’t miss this opportunity to shine a spotlight on your impactful work!

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      Who Inspires the Nellie Bly Awards?

      The Nellie Bly Awards are named for the remarkable American investigative journalist, Elizabeth Jane Cochran, famously known as Nellie Bly. Her indomitable spirit led her to infiltrate the depths of an asylum on Blackwell’s Island, where she unveiled shocking abuses through her exposé. Her tenacity and courage cemented her position as a trailblazer in investigative journalism.

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      Illustration of Blackwell’s Asylum

      Her Legacy: Immediate Impact

      The power of Bly’s pen was undeniable. Her compelling articles triggered swift positive changes within the very institution she exposed. Improved living conditions, enhanced sanitation, and humane treatment became the result of her courageous reporting. Nellie Bly’s legacy exemplifies the profound influence of investigative journalism in shaping a better world.

      Nellie Bly – Pioneering Spirit and Enduring Legacy

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      Nellie Bly traveled around the world in 72 days!

      Before her groundbreaking exposé, Nellie Bly contributed to the Pittsburgh Dispatch under her pen name. Her life journey and achievements are intricately woven, capturing the essence of her adventurous spirit. Inspired by a song by Stephen Foster, she embraced the moniker Nellie Bly and embarked on a career that uncovered the dark corners of society, from sweatshops to the globe-spanning race against time.

      We’ve continued to recognize and celebrate the spirit of Nellie Bly by continuing to celebrate our Grand Prize Winners long after the Conference and Awards Ceremony have finished. From Nicole Evelina’s biography on Francis and Virginia Minor to Dr. Janice Ellis’ timely and important news articles

      Ready to Unveil Your Narrative?
      Submit by August 31st for the 2023 Nellie Bly Awards!

      The 2022 First Place Winners for the Nellie Bly Awards were

      • Susan Lehmann – The Execution of Robert Butts
      • Lana Melman – Artists Under Fire: The BDS War against Celebrities, Jews, and Israel
      • Joshua Frank – Atomic Days: The Untold Story of the Most Toxic Place in America
      • Jeff Kavanaugh and Corey Glickman – Practical Sustainability: Circular Commerce, Smarter Spaces and Happier Humans
      • Janice S. Ellis –  Using My Word Power: Advocating for a More Civilized Society, Book III: Patriotism & Politics     

      The Grand Prize Winner for the CIBA 2022 NELLIE BLY Awards was:

      Saints & Soldiers

      by Rita Katz

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      A gripping account of the parallel rise of Islamic Terrorist groups compared to White Supremacist Groups. Thoroughly researched, an expert author, and a chilling book.

      Explore the accomplished minds that have graced the winner’s circle of the Nellie Bly Awards. Be inspired by the depth and breadth of investigative journalism as we celebrate the achievements of the 2022 Nellie Bly Award Winners.

      Be Part of the Legacy: Join the Illustrious Roster of Winners

      As the deadline for the 2023 Nellie Bly Awards creeps closer, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the exceptional achievers.

      Seeking avenues for your non-fiction prowess? Explore all our Non-Fiction Divisions that provide platforms for various genres and styles.

      With over $30,000 in rewards and prizes given away every year, what are you waiting for? Submit today!

      The Grand Prize Winners of the 2022 Chanticleer Int’l Book Awards!
    • The Humor and Satire 2022 CIBA WINNERS

      The Humor and Satire Book Awards recognize emerging new talent and outstanding works in Humor and Satire. The Humor and Satire Book Awards is a division of the Chanticleer International Book Awards (The CIBAs).

      Chanticleer International Book Awards is looking for the best books featuring  satire, humor, political ideology, parody, fantasy, and allegory or fable. We will put them to the test and choose the best among them.

      1st Place Category winners and Grand Prize Division Winners were announced at the CIBAs Banquet and Ceremony by Catherine Brown on Saturday, April 29th, 2023 at the luxurious Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham, Wash. sponsored by the 2023 Chanticleer Authors Conference

      This is the OFFICIAL 2022 LIST of the Humor and Satire BOOK AWARDS First Place Category Winners and the Humor and Satire Grand Prize Winner.

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      Join us in celebrating the following authors and their works in the 2022 CIBAs.

      • Daniel Eric Finkel – Mr. Taffle’s Pants of Insanity

      • David Bush – General Jack and the Battle of the Five Kingdoms

      • Steven Mayfield – Delphic Oracle, U.S.A.

      • Mike Murphey – The Outlaw Gillis Kerg … Physics, Lust and Greed Series

      • Marco Ocram – The Awful Truth About The Sushing Prize

      • Karla Huebner – In Search of the Magic Theater

        The Grand Prize Winner for the CIBA 2022 Humor and Satire Awards is:

        DELPHIC ORACLE, USA 

        by Steven Mayfield

        Delphic Oracle CoverThe Mark Twain Grand Prize for Steven Mayfield and his book Delphic Oracle U.S.A.

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        Attn CIBA Winners: More goodies and prizes will be coming your way along with promotion in our magazine, website, and advertisements in Chanticleer Int’l Book Awards long-tail marketing strategy. Welcome to the CIBA Hall of Fame for Award Winners!

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        A Note to ALL the WINNERS: The coveted CIBA Blue Ribbons will be mailed out starting in June. We will contact you with an email to verify your mailing address and other items.

        To ALL the WINNERS: You will receive an OFFICIAL EMAIL NOTIFICATION with Digital Badges and more information.

        Grand Prize Division Winners will receive a customized digital badge. When we receive it from our graphic artist, we will also post here and in the Grand Prize Division Winners Official Posting.

        Thank you for participating in the 2022 CIBAs! We are looking forward to reading your future entries.

        The Chanticleer Team

      • The 2022 I&I CIBAs Finalists for Instructional and Insightful Non-Fiction

        The 2022 I&I CIBAs Finalists for Instructional and Insightful Non-Fiction

        I&I or Instruction & Insight Awards CIBA BadgeThe I & I Book Awards recognize emerging new talent and outstanding works in Instruction and Insight non-fiction that are self-help, how-to, guides, or explanatory. In non-fiction works, the author assumes responsibility (in good faith) for the truth, accuracy, people, places, or information presented. The I & I Book Awards is a division of the Chanticleer International Book Awards (The CIBAs).

        Chanticleer International Book Awards is looking for the best Instruction and Insight books featuring How-To, Guidance, Travel Guides, Cookbooks, Self-Help, and more. We will put books about true and inspiring stories to the test and choose the best among them. See our full list of Non-Fiction Divisions here. 

        These titles have moved forward in the judging rounds from the 2022 I&I Non-Fiction Semi-Finalists to the 2022 I&I Book Awards Finalists. Finalists will be selected from the Semi-Finalists. All FINALISTS will be announced and recognized at the Chanticleer Authors Conference (CAC23).

        The First Place Category Winners, along with the CIBA Division Grand Prize winners, will be selected from the 25 CIBA divisions’ Finalists.

        We will announce the 1st Place Category winners and Grand Prize Division Winners at the CIBAs Banquet and Ceremony on Saturday, April 29th, 2023 at the luxurious Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham, Wash. sponsored by the 2023 Chanticleer Authors Conference

        These titles are in the running for the First Place and Grand Prize Winners of the 2022 I&I Book Awards novel competition for Instruction and Insight Non-Fiction!

        Join us in cheering on the following authors and their works in the 2022 CIBAs.

        • Tana Hope – Healthy Habits for Desk Potatoes
        • Kenneth Nixon Jr. – Born Into Crisis
        • John W. Feist – Pocket Japan: a concise guidebook for business travelers to Japan
        • Deborah Vinall, PsyD, LMFT – Trauma Recovery Workbook for Teens
        • Kip and Pam Rosser – Vegetarian Tales From the Mushroom Rooms
        • Natalie Dale, MD – A Writer’s Guide to Medicine. Volume 2: Illness & Injury
        • Kerrin Margiano – Enjoy the Gift of Childhood
        • Simran Sadana & Meena Iyer – Ramayana Through Ikebana
        • Michael J. Freeman Ph.D. – Freeman Explains! The Things That Can Change That Should Be Changed
        • Matthew J. Louis – Mission Transition: Navigating the Opportunities and Obstacles to Your Post-Military Career
        • Wendela Whitcomb Marsh – Dating While Autistic: Cut Through the Social Quagmire and Find Your Person
        • Ellen Notbohm – Ten Things Your Student with Autism Wishes You Knew
        • Gustavo J. Gomez, Ph.D. – Hair Loss: Options for Restoration & Reversal 2nd Edition
        • Ann E Feldman – Building Communities of Trust: Creative Work for Social Change
        • E. Alan Fleischauer – Reconfigurement
        • D. Terrence Foster, MD – The Stress Book: Forty-Plus Ways to Manage Stress & Enjoy Your Life
        • Tracy Cram Perkins – Dementia Home Care, How to Prepare Before, During, and After
        • Sandy Gerber – Emotional Magnetism – How to Communicate to Ignite Connection in Your Relationships
        • Donna McCart Welser – Rue’s Butterfly
        • Jocelyn Jones – Artist: Awakening the Spirit Within
        • Benjamin Plumb – The Satisfied Introvert: A Memoir About Finding Safety in an Extroverted World

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        Good luck to all as your works move on to the next rounds of judging.

        The Grand Prize Winner for the 2021 I&I Awards is
        Ángela Quijada-Banks for The Black Foster Youth Handbook

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        Click here to see the 2021 I&I Book Award Winners for Instruction and Insight Non-Fiction

        We are now accepting submissions to the 2023 I&I Book Awards for Instruction and Insight Non-Fiction. The 2023 CIBA winners will be announced at CAC 2024. 

        Please click here for more information.

        See our Full List of Non-Fiction Divisions here!

        Winners will be announced at the 2022 CIBA Awards Ceremony, sponsored by the 2023 Chanticleer Authors Conference.

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        April 27-30, 2023! Register Today!

        Seating is Limited. The esteemed WRITER Magazine (founded in 1887)  has repeatedly recognized the Chanticleer Authors Conference as one of the best conferences to attend and participate in for North America.

        Join us for our 11th annual conference and discover why!

        A Collage of Speakers and Blue Ribbon Winners for CAC23

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      • The 2022 HEARTEN CIBAs Finalists for Inspiring & Uplifting Non-Fiction

        The Hearten Book Awards recognize emerging new talent and outstanding works in the genre of Uplifting & Inspiring Non-Fiction and Memoir. The Hearten Book  Awards is a genre division of Chanticleer International Book Awards and Novel Competitions (CIBAs).

        Chanticleer International Book Awards is looking for the best books featuring true stories about adventures, life events, unique experiences, travel, personal journeys, global enlightenment, and more. We will put books about true and inspiring stories to the test and choose the best among them. See our full list of Non-Fiction Divisions here. 

        These titles have moved forward in the judging rounds from all 2022 Hearten Non-Fiction Semi-Finalists to the 2022 Hearten Book Awards FINALISTS. All FINALISTS will be announced and recognized at the Chanticleer Authors Conference (CAC23).

        The First Place Category Winners, along with the CIBA Division Grand Prize winners, will be selected from the 25 CIBA divisions’ Finalists.

        We will announce the 1st Place Category winners and Grand Prize Division Winners at the CIBAs Banquet and Ceremony on Saturday, April 29th, 2023 at the luxurious Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham, Wash. sponsored by the 2023 Chanticleer Authors Conference

        These titles are in the running for the First Place and Grand Prize Winners of the 2022 Hearten Book Awards novel competition for Uplifting and Inspirational Non-Fiction!

        Join us in cheering on the following Finalist authors and their works in the 2022 CIBAs.

        • Kerrin Margiano – Enjoy the Gift of Childhood
        • Megan Whitmer – Mom Life Versus the Everyday Apocalypse
        • Laura Whitfield – Untethered: Faith, Failure, and Finding Solid Ground
        • Ann E Feldman – Building Communities of Trust: Creative Work for Social Change
        • Randi Benator – Awaken to Your Calling: A Guide to Discovering Your Career Path and Life Direction
        • Beverly J. Armento – Seeing Eye Girl: A Memoir of Madness, Resilience, and Hope
        • C.J. Hudson – Destiny Lives on Fairhaven Street
        • Kim Fairley – Swimming for My Life
        • Mark Berridge – A Fraction Stronger
        • Kyomi O’Connor – A Sky of Infinite Blue- A Japanese Immigrant’s Search for Home and Self
        • Mohan Ranga Rao – Inner Trek – Trek Himalayan
        • Roselle Madrone – The Open Book: A Family Memoir of Adventure, Trauma, and Resilience
        • Jocelyn Jones – Artist: Awakening the Spirit Within
        • Benjamin Plumb – The Satisfied Introvert: A Memoir About Finding Safety in an Extroverted World
        • Mike Coleman – The Way from Me to Us

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        Good luck to all as your works move on the next rounds of judging.

        The Grand Prize Winner for the 2021 HEARTEN Awards is
        Diane Trull & Meredith Wargo for
        DAWGS: A True Story of Lost Animals and the Kids Who Rescued Them

        Cover of DAWGS, the 2021 Grand Prize Winner for the Hearten Awards

        Blue and Gold Grand Prize Badge for the 2021 Hearten Awards, won by DAWGs

        Click here to see the 2021 Hearten Book Award Winners for Uplifting Non-Fiction

        We are now accepting submissions into the 2023 Hearten Book Awards for Uplifting and Inspiring Non-Fiction & Memoir. The 2023 CIBA winners will be announced at CAC24. 

        Please click here for more information.

        See our Full List of Non-Fiction Divisions here!

        Winners will be announced at the 2022 CIBA Awards Ceremony, sponsored by the 2023 Chanticleer Authors Conference April 27-30, 2023! Register Today!

        Seating is Limited. The esteemed WRITER Magazine (founded in 1887)  has repeatedly recognized the Chanticleer Authors Conference as one of the best conferences to attend and participate in for North America.

        Join us for our 11th annual conference and discover why!

        Featuring: Book to Screen expert and attorney Maggie Marr

        A Collage of Speakers and Blue Ribbon Winners for CAC23

         

      • The 2022 I&I CIBAs Semi-Finalists for Instructional and Insightful Non-Fiction

        The 2022 I&I CIBAs Semi-Finalists for Instructional and Insightful Non-Fiction

        I&I or Instruction & Insight Awards CIBA BadgeThe I & I Book Awards recognize emerging new talent and outstanding works in Instruction and Insight non-fiction that are self-help, how-to, guides, or explanatory. In non-fiction works, the author assumes responsibility (in good faith) for the truth, accuracy, people, places, or information presented. The I & I Book Awards is a division of the Chanticleer International Book Awards (The CIBAs).

        Chanticleer International Book Awards is looking for the best Instruction and Insight books featuring How-To, Guidance, Travel Guides, Cookbooks, Self-Help, and more. We will put books about true and inspiring stories to the test and choose the best among them. See our full list of Non-Fiction Divisions here. 

        These titles have moved forward in the judging rounds from the 2022 I&I Non-Fiction Short List to the 2022 I&I Book Awards Semi-Finals. Finalists will be selected from the Semi-Finalists. All FINALISTS will be announced and recognized at the Chanticleer Authors Conference (CAC23).

        The First Place Category Winners, along with the CIBA Division Grand Prize winners, will be selected from the 25 CIBA divisions’ Finalists.

        We will announce the 1st Place Category winners and Grand Prize Division Winners at the CIBAs Banquet and Ceremony on Saturday, April 29th, 2023 at the luxurious Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham, Wash. sponsored by the 2023 Chanticleer Authors Conference

        These titles are in the running for the Finalists of the 2022 I&I Book Awards novel competition for Instruction and Insight Non-Fiction!

        Join us in cheering on the following authors and their works in the 2022 CIBAs.

        • Tana Hope – Healthy Habits for Desk Potatoes
        • Kenneth Nixon Jr. – Born Into Crisis
        • John W. Feist – Pocket Japan: a concise guidebook for business travelers to Japan
        • Deborah Vinall, PsyD, LMFT – Trauma Recovery Workbook for Teens
        • Kip and Pam Rosser – Vegetarian Tales From the Mushroom Rooms
        • Natalie Dale, MD – A Writer’s Guide to Medicine. Volume 2: Illness & Injury
        • Kerrin Margiano – Enjoy the Gift of Childhood
        • Simran Sadana & Meena Iyer – Ramayana Through Ikebana
        • Michael J. Freeman Ph.D. – Freeman Explains! The Things That Can Change That Should Be Changed
        • Matthew J. Louis – Mission Transition: Navigating the Opportunities and Obstacles to Your Post-Military Career
        • Gene Berardelli – Schnooks, Crooks, Liars & Scoundrels: A Field Guide to Identifying Political Buffoons
        • Wendela Whitcomb Marsh – Dating While Autistic: Cut Through the Social Quagmire and Find Your Person
        • Ellen Notbohm – Ten Things Your Student with Autism Wishes You Knew
        • Gustavo J. Gomez, Ph.D. – Hair Loss: Options for Restoration & Reversal 2nd Edition
        • Ann E Feldman – Building Communities of Trust: Creative Work for Social Change
        • Margaret Tran – The Actions
        • E. Alan Fleischauer – Reconfigurement
        • D. Terrence Foster, MD – The Stress Book: Forty-Plus Ways to Manage Stress & Enjoy Your Life
        • Tracy Cram Perkins – Dementia Home Care, How to Prepare Before, During, and After
        • Sandy Gerber – Emotional Magnetism – How to Communicate to Ignite Connection in Your Relationships
        • Donna McCart Welser – Rue’s Butterfly
        • Jocelyn Jones – Artist: Awakening the Spirit Within
        • Benjamin Plumb – The Satisfied Introvert: A Memoir About Finding Safety in an Extroverted World
        • Daryl Potter – Even the Monsters. Living with Grief, Loss, and Depression

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        The Grand Prize Winner for the 2021 I&I Awards is
        Ángela Quijada-Banks for The Black Foster Youth Handbook

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        Click here to see the 2021 I&I Book Award Winners for Instruction and Insight Non-Fiction

        We are now accepting submissions to the 2023 I&I Book Awards for Instruction and Insight Non-Fiction. The 2023 CIBA winners will be announced at CAC 2024. 

        Please click here for more information.

        See our Full List of Non-Fiction Divisions here!

        Winners will be announced at the 2022 CIBA Awards Ceremony, sponsored by the 2023 Chanticleer Authors Conference.

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        April 27-30, 2023! Register Today!

        Seating is Limited. The esteemed WRITER Magazine (founded in 1887)  has repeatedly recognized the Chanticleer Authors Conference as one of the best conferences to attend and participate in for North America.

        Join us for our 11th annual conference and discover why!

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      • The Humor and Satire CIBAs 2022 Finalists

        The Humor and Satire Book Awards recognize emerging new talent and outstanding works in Humor and Satire.  The Humor and Satire Book Awards is a division of the Chanticleer International Book Awards (The CIBAs).

        Chanticleer International Book Awards is looking for the best books featuring  satire, humor, political ideology, parody, fantasy, and allegory or fable. These books have advanced to the next judging rounds. We will put them to the test and choose the best among them.

        These titles have moved forward in the judging rounds from the 2022 Humor and Satire Fiction Short List to the 2022 Humor and Satire Book Awards Finalists. All FINALISTS will be announced and recognized at the Chanticleer Authors Conference (CAC23).

        The First Place Category Winners, along with the CIBA Division Grand Prize winners, will be selected from the 25 CIBA divisions’ Finalists.

        We will announce the 1st Place Category winners and Grand Prize Division Winners at the CIBAs Banquet and Ceremony on Saturday, April 29th, 2023 at the luxurious Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham, Wash. sponsored by the 2022 Chanticleer Authors Conference–whether virtual, hybrid, or in-person. 

        These titles are in the running for the First Place and Grand Prize Winners of the 2022 Humor and Satire Book Awards novel competition!

        Join us in cheering on the following authors and their works in the 2021 CIBAs.

        • Reenita M. Hora – Operation Mom – My Plan to Get my Mom a Life and a Man
        • David Bush – General Jack and the Battle of the Five Kingdoms
        • Mike Murphey – The Outlaw Gillis Kerg … Physics, Lust and Greed Series, Book 4
        • Matthew J. White – A Feral Chorus
        • Karla Huebner – In Search of the Magic Theater
        • Daniel Eric Finkel – Mr. Taffle’s Pants of Insanity
        • Dennis M. Clausen – One Flew Under the Bus
        • Junior Burke – Buddha Was A Cowboy
        • Steven Mayfield – Delphic Oracle, U.S.A.
        • Mike Davis & TL Banks – Drunk Talk
        • Marco Ocram – The Awful Truth About The Herbert Quarry Affair
        • Ben Bongers – The Saint Nicholas Society
        • Micah Thorp – Uncle Joe’s Muse

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        The Grand Prize Winner for the CIBA 2021 Humor and Satire Awards is Roger Wilson-Crane for Certified

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        Click here to see the 2021 Humor and Satire Book Award Winners.

        We are now accepting submissions into the 2023 Humor and Satire Book Awards. The 2023 CIBA winners will be announced at CAC 2024. 

        Please click here for more information.

        Winners will be announced at the 2021 CIBA Awards Ceremony that is sponsored by the 2022 Chanticleer Authors Conference.

        Join us April 27 – 29th, 2022! Register Today!

        Seating is Limited. The esteemed WRITER Magazine (founded in 1887)  has repeatedly recognized the Chanticleer Authors Conference as one of the best conferences to attend and participate in for North America.

        Join us for our 11th annual conference and discover why!

        A Collage of Speakers and Blue Ribbon Winners for CAC23

        As always, please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions, concerns, or suggestions at info@ChantiReviews.com. 

      • The 2022 HARVEY CHUTE CIBAs Finalists for Business and Enterprise Non-fiction

        A yellow badge with three black lines that says "Harvey Chute Awards" across the bottomThe HARVEY CHUTE Book Awards recognize emerging talent and outstanding works in the genre of Business and Enterprise Non-fiction. The Harvey Chute Book Awards is a genre division of the Chanticleer International Book Awards (The CIBAs).

        Chanticleer International Book Awards is looking for the best books featuring motivational, strategy, technology guides, social media, finance, investing & money, communications, marketing, business, and economics. We will put these books to the test and choose the best among them. See our full list of Non-Fiction Divisions here. 

        These titles have moved forward in the judging rounds from the 2022 Harvey Chute Non-Fiction Short List to the 2022 Harvey Chute Book Awards Finalists. All FINALISTS will be announced and recognized at the Chanticleer Authors Conference (CAC23).

        The First Place Category Winners, along with the CIBA Division Grand Prize winners, will be selected from the 25 CIBA divisions’ Finalists.

        We will announce the 1st Place Category winners and Grand Prize Division Winners at the CIBAs Banquet and Ceremony on Saturday, April 29th, 2023 at the luxurious Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham, Wash. sponsored by the 2023 Chanticleer Authors Conference

        These titles are in the running for the First Place and Grand Prize Winners for the 2022 Harvey Chute Book Awards novel competition for Business, Finance, and Enterprise Non-Fiction!

        Join us in cheering on the following authors and their works in the 2022 CIBAs.

        • J.W. Huebner – The Irrelevant Old Brand: A Business Fable About Taking Your Brand from Mediocre to Must-Have
        • Melina Palmer – What Your Customer Wants and Can’t Tell You
        • Melina Palmer – What Your Employees Need and Can’t Tell You
        • Joanne Griffin & Declan Foster – Humology
        • Christopher H. Volk – The Value Equation: A Business Guide to Wealth Creation for Entrepreneurs, Leaders and Investors
        • Mitzi Perdue – Mark Victor Hansen, Relentless: Wisdom Behind the Incomparable Chicken Soup for the Soul
        • Morag Barrett – You, Me, We: Why we all need a friend at work (and how to show up as one!)
        • Chad Carr – The Art and Science of Culture: The Power of Seeing What’s Hidden
        • Edmund Yeung – Winning Your Biggest Paycheck
        • E. Alan Fleischauer – Reconfigurement
        • Louise Carnachan – Work Jerks: How to Cope with Difficult Bosses and Colleagues
        • Asha Aravindakshan – Skills: The Common Denominator
        • Donna McCart Welser – Rue’s Butterfly
        • Jeff Kavanaugh and Corey Glickman – Practical Sustainability: Circular Commerce, Smarter Spaces and Happier Humans

        PROMOTING OUR AUTHORS! 

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        Good luck to all as your works move on the next rounds of judging.

        Blue and Gold badge for the Finalists of the Harvey Chute Business Nonfiction Award

        The Grand Prize Winner for the CIBA 2021 Harvey Chute Awards is George Marino for Beyond Balancing the Books

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        Click here to see the 2021 Harvey Chute Book Award Winners for Business & Finance Non-Fiction

        We are now accepting submissions into the 2023 Harvey Chute Book Awards for Business & Finance. The 2023 CIBA winners will be announced at CAC 2024. 

        Please click here for more information.

        See our Full List of Non-Fiction Divisions here!

        Winners will be announced at the 2022 CIBA Awards Ceremony that is sponsored by the 2023 Chanticleer Authors Conference.

        April 27 – 30, 2023! Register Today!

        Seating is Limited. The esteemed WRITER Magazine (founded in 1887)  has repeatedly recognized the Chanticleer Authors Conference as one of the best conferences to attend and participate in for North America.

        Join us for our 11th annual conference and discover why!

        A Collage of Speakers and Blue Ribbon Winners for CAC23